How many states currently allow Psychologist to prescribe medication??

Question

Which states allow psychologist to prescribe medication?

Answer 1

Psychologists, by definition, cannot prescribe medicine. In any state. Only a psychiatrist can prescribe medication, and that's in every state.

Answer 2

I didn't know that they could in any state! News to me.

Answer 3

A psychologist does not typically prescribe medication.

A psychiatrist is a M.D. which allows one to treat patients through the use of medications as well as psychological  matters. A degree in psychology can be held by a.. Bachelor, a Masters or a Doctoral PHd.  none of these hold a Medical Doctor license only a psychiatrist. However, there are exceptions, a psychologist in the U.S. Military is allowed to use medication to treat patients and there are 2 states currently allowing psychologist to treat with medication, that is New Mexico and Louisiana.